Hi everyone,
Thanks for the response with regards to the visual requirements. I have got a reply from Transport Canada as well. They said they have amended the requirements for a Class 1 Medical. As long as eye sight is correctable to 20/20, then one will pass the visual exam. There is no restriction in the refractive standard.
However, I also understand that each airline may impose their own standard. I am still trying to find out from Cathay what their actual requirement is (whether they impose a refractive restriction or not).
I'll keep you guys posted!
I also see a lot of people are concerned about the salary. I don't think it will be anything too low. At the same time, I must agree it's about the passion! I am not saying I'll do it for free, I still need to live. But at the moment, being able to fly outweights the salary. At least this is the case for me.
Also, my cousin told me anyone under 35 will still be considered for the cadet programme.